Harley Benton CLJ-503CE WN w/Bag

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Harley Benton CLJ-503CE WN w/Bag

Harley Benton

CLJ-503CE WN w/Bag

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 539008
Model: CLJ-503CE WN w/Bag
Price: $317.90

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This Harley Benton CLJ-503CE WN is a real surprise – a jumbo acoustic with a solid top and a built-in Fishman preamp at a budget-friendly price. It’s got a full, warm voice that's great for strumming and fingerpicking, and the electronics make it stage-ready. A fantastic option for beginner to intermediate players or anyone wanting a big sound without spending a fortune.

Product Description

Harley Benton CLJ-503CE WN w/Bag

*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton CLJ-503CE WN

  • *Steel-String Guitar with Pickup*
  • Solid Standard Series
  • Body design: Jumbo with cutaway
  • Top: Selected solid spruce
  • Advanced scalloped X-bracing
  • Back and sides: Selected walnut
  • Neck: Mahogany
  • Fingerboard: Ovangkol
  • Fingerboard inlays: Square White MOP+Abalone
  • Binding: ABS
  • Scale: 648 mm
  • 20 Frets
  • Nut width: 43 mm
  • Bridge: Ovangkol
  • Rosette: Abalone/Ivory/ABS
  • Machine head buttons: Pearl-coloured
  • Machine heads: Enclosed
  • Pickup system: Fishman Presys II preamp system with built-in tuner
  • Strings: Adamas 1818NU (art. #438774#)
  • Colour: Natural high-gloss
  • Suitable case available under Article Nr #122212# (not included)
  • Thomann Acoustic-Steel Jumbo Gigbag
  • *Gig Bag Jumbo*
  • 20 mm foam padding
  • Backpack model
  • Metal hardware
  • With two additional outer pockets
  • Inner dimensions (L x W x D): approx. 111 x 44 x 15 cm
  • Harley Benton GC 3 PR

*Guitar cable jack - angled jack*, 3m length, Amphenol plug

PROS
  • • Solid spruce top delivers a surprisingly rich and resonant tone for the price.
  • • Walnut back and sides add warmth and complexity, avoiding a overly bright sound.
  • • Fishman Presys II preamp offers decent amplified tone and a functional tuner.
  • • Ovangkol fingerboard provides a smooth playing experience and visual appeal.
CONS
  • • ABS binding feels a bit cheap compared to wood or toroid bindings.
  • • The high-gloss finish can be a fingerprint magnet and potentially impact resonance.
  • • While playable, the neck profile might feel a little thick for smaller hands.

Product Video

Key Features

Top Wood Solid Spruce
Back & Sides Selected Walnut
Neck Material Mahogany
Fingerboard Ovangkol
Scale Length 648 mm
Frets 20
Electronics Fishman Presys II preamp system with built-in tuner
Weight Approximately 6.8 lbs (estimated based on similar jumbo models)

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's surprisingly decent; it provides a clean, natural amplified tone, though it lacks the clarity and nuance of more premium systems.
It's a well-executed scalloping pattern, contributing to the guitar's volume and sustain; it's not a revolutionary design, but it’s effective for its class.
The neck is a bit on the thicker side, offering a comfortable, traditional feel, but might be a bit bulky for players accustomed to thinner profiles.

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